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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Consumer Goods in Australia

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Cost Per Purchase for Consumer Goods in Australia

October 2024 - October 2025

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Facebook Ads cost per purchase benchmarks: Consumer Goods in Australia vs. global

This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for industry Consumer Goods and target country Australia compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Key takeaways

  • Overall level: Australia’s Consumer Goods cost per purchase averaged $39.87, about 17% below the global baseline average of $47.82 (below market).
  • Trend from start to end: From October 2024 to September 2025, Australia fell 64.4% (from $37.90 to $13.49). The global series declined 30.8% over the same window (from $46.67 to $32.29).
  • Highs and lows: Australia peaked in April 2025 at $50.52 and hit a low in September 2025 at $13.49. The global peak was February 2025 at $53.89, with a low in September 2025 at $32.29.
  • Volatility: Australia’s average month-to-month absolute change was $6.68 (or $3.74 excluding the September reset), versus $3.25 globally—indicating higher variability in Australia.
  • Seasonality: The global series shows elevated costs from December through Q1. Australia’s Q4 lift was modest, with a more pronounced mid‑year spike (April–August), followed by a sharp September reset for both series.

Selected series highlights (Australia, Consumer Goods)

  • Average: $39.87 across 12 months.
  • High/low: High in April 2025 ($50.52); low in September 2025 ($13.49).
  • Notable moves:
  • March to April +28.2% (from $39.40 to $50.52).
  • July to August +14.6% (from $43.28 to $49.59).
  • August to September −72.8% (from $49.59 to $13.49).
  • Quarterly view:
  • Q4 2024 average: $38.85.
  • Q1 2025 average: $38.30.
  • Q2 2025 average: $46.86.
  • Q3 2025 average: $35.45 (dragged down by September).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Level comparison: Australia was below market in 11 of 12 months; the only above‑baseline month was August 2025 ($49.59 in AU vs. $45.69 global, +8.5%).
  • Highs/lows context: Australia’s April high ($50.52) closely tracked the global April level ($51.57). Both series posted their lows in September, but Australia’s dip was much deeper.
  • Range and dispersion: Australia’s range was $37.03 vs. $21.60 globally—indicating broader swings in Australia’s median monthly cost per purchase.

Seasonal patterns and timing

  • Q4–Q1: The global trend shows the typical holiday/Q1 elevation (Dec–Feb). Australia’s Consumer Goods costs were comparatively muted in Q4 and Q1.
  • Mid‑year: Australia saw a clear mid‑year lift, peaking in April and staying elevated through August, before a pronounced September reset mirrored in the global series (though less extreme globally).

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and Australia helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Facebook advertising costs vary based on many factors including industry, target audience, ad placement, and campaign objectives. In the Consumer Goods industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Australia, advertisers typically see good engagement rates despite moderate costs. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

Australia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 27Australia Day (observed)
Apr 18‑21Easter weekend
Apr 25Anzac Day
Jun 9King's Birthday
Oct 6Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late December (Christmas and Boxing Day), Early December (Cyber Monday), January (Back-to-school), May (Mother's Day)

Potential Advertising Impact

Ad costs could spike around major holidays, especially Easter, Anzac Day, and Christmas. Increased budgets and earlier scheduling may be necessary. Retailers should consider planning promotions around back-to-school and Mother's Day to maximize campaign effectiveness.

What's a healthy cost per purchase for ecommerce brands?

It depends on your product price and margins. Most brands aim for $10 to $50. For higher-ticket products, a higher CPA may be acceptable as long as you're maintaining a strong return on ad spend.

How does product price impact CPA benchmarks?

Higher-priced products typically have a higher CPA because people take longer to convert. That's not necessarily a problem if your margin can support it. You should measure CPA in context with AOV and LTV.

Why are my purchase costs going up despite stable ROAS?

Your AOV may be increasing, which helps maintain ROAS even if CPA rises. You could also be facing higher CPMs, lower conversion rates, or creative fatigue.

Should I use manual bidding to control CPA more effectively?

Manual bidding can help if you're struggling to stay within target CPA. It's best used by experienced advertisers who can monitor performance and adjust regularly. It gives more control, but also requires more effort.

How do I scale spend without letting CPA skyrocket?

Increase budget gradually, rotate creative often, and avoid overlapping audiences. Scaling too quickly can lead to audience saturation and rising CPAs.